Preventing Ostomy Splattering: Any New Solutions?

Is there any way to stop the splattering from your ostomy?

A lot of different methods can be used. Some place toilet paper down to cushion it when it hits the bowl, others flush and empty at the same time to reduce splash back, and you can empty into a container then pour into the toilet like some might have done during recovery after surgery in the hospital. Some people even sit on the toilet and empty between their legs, but I would worry about the random splash back and not being able to see it on clothing. These are just some of the ways you can use.

Empty as you flush, the toilet water going down is by far the best way I've done.

TP in the bowl up in the front part.

We stayed at a new hotel the other week with a new low-flush toilet. That toilet refused to flush my leavings up in the front portion of the bowl. I had to push it to the back. What a mess and zero water savings if I had to flush three times.

Because my output is initially quite thick, I have to manipulate it to move down into the bag. I have IBS, and sometimes I empty as much as seven times (usually after the second

expulsion, the output is much looser, even watery). In order to get things going, I use very warm water to rinse to make room for more.

I do this standing over the sink, emptying into a good-sized Tupperware. I use baby wipes to clean the edge, and after pushing as much as I can into the receptacle, I rinse again.
Each time I empty the contents, bending over the toilet while flushing, there is no splash.

Sometimes I fill up the receptacle immediately and go through the same routine. Sometimes it will be ten minutes later. By now, the output is loose/watery. Sometimes it's 15-20 minutes. The last step is a final rinse. I'm OCD about a clean bag.

This is not fun, but Stella is only active in the morning. I'll play solitaire or pinochle on my computer to fill in intervals. Then she sleeps until the next morning's coffee. I clean everything up. When needed, I throw away the Tupperware and replace it with a new one.

I'm retired from teaching high school English and am grateful my IBS didn't get worse while working.

BTW, where's Lovey?

My Ostomy Journey: LeeAnne | Hollister

Try sitting reverse on the toilet facing the wall. And do it sitting, as shit splashes from a great height if you do it standing. And control the opening of the bowl rather than just letting it go. Think about it, guys; it's not brain surgery. Sorry, but I wonder sometimes what you guys are up to.

I eat a Wasa cracker and wait until it stops and is dry enough to change.

Are you PMSing? You sure have been cranky with your replies lately. You have no idea what others deal with as far as everyday life and other ailments. Having to empty an ostomy bag may be like “brain surgery” if other things keep a person from being able to sit, handle the bag, etc.

I'm not sure why folks are having so much issue with splashing. Unless you are standing in front of the toilet, I was stuck with doing that when I was first out of the hospital and had to rely on one of those elevated toilet seats. Since then, I always sit normally and scoot myself to the back of the seat. I also bought an open front toilet seat, with a cover, of course. It helps make the job easier. Of course, being a male, I need to be mindful of those dangly bits. :-)

In regard to thick stool, I keep a 300ml plastic bottle next to the toilet. I add ~120ml of water before I empty the bag, regardless of the consistency of the stool. (I have an ileostomy.) After dumping the sludge, I rinse the bag with the rest of the water. Then I seal up the bag, stand up, close the lid, and flush. I shudder every time I hear people say they flush the toilet while standing over it or sitting on it. Me, I really don't need to breathe in the microscopic stuff the toilet throws up. Once with C. diff is enough for me. No more breathing that sh*t...

Daniel

That's why you flush as the toilet water is going down, as it pulls everything else down too.

I use ColoMajic flushable bags inside my pouch when I travel or go out for the day. They are a bit pricey, but they prolong bag changes. I don't use them every day, but they are a great option.

I'm a high-output ileostomate, so I sit on the toilet backwards and pinch off the opening to slow the output.

New member... can't help with the splashing, but this helps with a one-handed cleanup.

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Welcome to the site. Read your bio and I want to thank you for joining the group. It is always nice to have a big vet join us. :-)

Daniel

Since my city's plumbing doesn't allow me to lay toilet paper at the bottom of the toilet bowl, I will just aim my bag so it initially hits above the toilet water and slides into it. The only issue with this method is that if anything stays behind instead of flushing down, you'll have to clean it yourself, but I don't mind that as much as I mind having to change my clothing because I got splashed with unsanitary toilet water.

This works for me.
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Why does your city plumbing not allow you to lay a layer of paper down? How do they know if you do?

Toilet cams. They're all the rage. 😂

Sitting on the toilet is not always an option after certain surgeries, so don't discount friendly advice so easily.

How does a silly joke become discounting advice? And what does that have to do with a city not allowing additional toilet paper? I'm not sure I understand what you are attempting to say here.

I haven't sat on a toilet but maybe five times since my surgery in 2021 and haven't used laying toilet paper down in over a year. Kneeling (if you're tall enough), flushing, and releasing your output as the water goes down is by far the easiest.